Common Sense Media Review
By Danae Stahlnecker , based on child development research. How do we rate?
age 12+
Teamwork saves day in brawling continuation of hero anime.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 12+?
Any Positive Content?
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Violence & Scariness
a lot
Lots of battles between individuals with super powers. Various weapons, gunfire, explosions, and beams of energy. People taken hostage. Villains use illusions, hypnosis, and mind control to hurt people. Some blood, but injuries aren't graphic. Lots of tense, dramatic music. Bystanders without powers are often in danger, but heroes prioritize saving them. A character's power causes her physical pain when used. Swarms of monsters attack people. Some characters connected to families from the criminal underground.
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Language
some
Occasional mild cursing includes "damn," "hell," "bastard." Some characters use coarse language (e.g. "beat it," "I'm gonna murder that guy") in casual talk. Some name-calling like "loser," "idiot" during friendly banter and when referencing villains.
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Sex, Romance & Nudity
very little
Some superhero costumes show off skin (midriff, cleavage) or are skin-tight. Two characters have a close relationship that is talked about as just friendship but is portrayed as possibly romantic.
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Positive Messages
a lot
You don't have to do hard things alone. Change and progress come from working together. Real heroes don't use senseless violence. People follow leaders who inspire and help them, not people who just give without taking.
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Positive Role Models
a lot
Super powerful teenage heroes believe that real strength and justice come from teamwork and helping others. They solve problems creatively and collaboratively. They try to only use violence when necessary. Teens are optimistic, determined, resilient, and kind.
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Diverse Representations
some
Story takes place in a fictional, somewhat futuristic Japan where super powers ("quirks") are normal. Deku's catch phrases reference American cities and stereotypical examples of American culture. There's a wide variety of body types. Subtle disability representation from characters having artificial limbs or chronic pain.
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Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that My Hero Academia: You're Next is an action-packed movie continuation of the anime My Hero Academia. Teen superheroes with extraordinary powers battle adult villains in explosive battles. Blood is minimal, but there are lots of guns, sci-fi weapons, energy beams, and some monsters. Characters use mind control to manipulate and harm people. Tense, thrilling music sets a dramatic tone. Infrequent profanity includes "bastard," "damn," and "hell." Central themes include working together and helping others. To stay in the loop on more movies like this, you can sign up for weekly Family Movie Night emails.
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My Hero Academia: You're Next
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- Kids say (1)
age 14+
Based on 1 parent review
luz R. Parent of 4-year-old
October 10, 2024
age 14+
this is a nice anime
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What's the Story?
MY HERO ACADEMIA: YOU'RE NEXT follows Class 1-A as they track down the Jailbreakers causing havoc in Japan. Except, their missions go awry when a villainous All Might look-alike appears! Deku (voiced by Justin Briner), his classmates, and a mysterious new ally band together to escape a maze-like fortress and rescue innocent hostages.
Is It Any Good?
Our review:
Parents say (1):
Kids say (1):
This dramatic, brawl-heavy movie is a fun standalone installment to a popular high school hero anime. My Hero Academia: You're Next showcases characters' growth over the last few seasons. The ensemble cast works well together, with each hero getting their moment to stand out. The fights can be a little ridiculous at times, but they're engaging and move the plot along. Despite the constant violence, positive messages about teamwork, heroism, and love and friendship are the main focus.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about violence in media. What makes heroes and villains different event when they both use violence? When, if ever, is violence justified? How can conflict be solved without violence?
The UA students have grown up as heroes. How have they changed since they started school? What lessons have they learned that they pass on to others?
Giulio makes promises to Anna and her family to help Anna. What does he think those promises mean? How is he able to actually fulfill his promise? What can we learn from their relationship?
Movie Details
- In theaters: October 11, 2024
- Cast: Justin Briner, Clifford Chapin, Christopher Sabat, Mauricio Ortiz-Segura
- Director: Tensai Okamura
- Inclusion Information: Asian directors, Japanese directors, Latino actors, Mexican actors
- Studio: Toho Company
- Genre: Anime
- Topics: Superheroes, Great Boy Role Models, Great Girl Role Models, High School
- Character Strengths: Compassion, Courage, Perseverance, Teamwork
- Run time: 110 minutes
- MPAA rating: PG-13
- MPAA explanation: violence and bloody images
- Award: Common Sense Selection
- Last updated: October 9, 2024
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